~ Welcome ~
May 17, 2026
Senior Recognition
9:00 am~ Fellowship
10:00 am ~ Worship
Downtown Mitchell
First United Methodist Church
“Sharing the love of Jesus from the heart of Downtown”
310 N Rowley
Mitchell SD 57301
www.downtownfirstumc.com
wifi password: L&ve1234
“We exist to be the hands and feet of Jesus, showing love and grace to all we encounter, by living out God’s Kingdom together.”
IN OUR PRAYERS
Isaac Kulm
Jackie Hess
Bev Rowley
Stephanie Scheurenbrand
Jason Kor
Jayne Barnard
Jason Rice, Verna Hofer’s grandson
Laura Barta Lindquist
Pray for all the graduates (high school, college, etc.) from our
church family and the community.
CELEBRATION
The baptism of Lincoln John Van Beek.
Lincoln is the son of Madisyn and Hunter Van Beek.
BAPTISM
The altar rose is in honor of Lincoln John Van Beek’s baptism.
LIVESTREAM
Is given anonymously.
OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:
~ In person each Sunday at 10:00 am
~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 10:00 am
~A link to our livestream is provided on our Facebook page for
Sunday Worship: @MitchellsDowntownChurch
~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at
10:00 am on Sundays or at any time.
MISSION OF THE MONTH
Heifer Project
Heifer International, also known as the Heifer Project, is a global nonprofit that works to eradicate poverty and hunger through sustainable community development.
MAY “ONE THING”
Our May “One Thing” is a cash offering that will support the 2026 Miracle Offering at the Dakotas Annual Conference. There are 2 projects that the money will be used to support.1) The endowment for theological education to help United Methodist in Africa, the Philippians, and Europe prepare for ministry. 2) Provide education and training for laity in the Dakotas Conference equipping disciples for leadership.
LITTLE FOOD PANTRY
Our church little food pantry continues to be a resource for individuals and families in our community. We are currently accepting donations of non-perishable food items such as tuna, pasta (Knorr), rice (Knorr), & breakfast items. Donations can be brought to the church office. Thank you for your kindness and support in this project and in serving others.
CELEBRATING OUR SENIORS
Sunday, May 17th we will honor and celebrate our graduating seniors! This is a special time to recognize who they are, all they have accomplished, and the ways they have been a meaningful part of our church family. We give thanks for each of them and send them forward with our love, prayers, and encouragement as they step into this next chapter. Feel free to place a card in their designated gift box located on the grad table in the Gathering Area. Cupcakes will be served in their honor.
YEEHAW!! VBS IS COMING!
Get ready for a rootin’-tootin’ good time at our Wild West Vacation Bible School! Join us June 12-13 at Camp Arroya on Lake Mitchell for a fun-filled adventure of faith, games, music, and more. Open to kids aged 4 through 5th grade. Then come back on June 14 as we celebrate together during worship, followed by a food truck and more fun for everyone! Mark your calendars and invite your friends! If you would like to volunteer for VBS, please let Amber know. It will be Friday evening, Saturday morning, and then Sunday they will sing during worship.
THRIVENT CHOICE DOLLARS ~ BRINGING GENEROSITY TO LIFE
Downtown Mitchell First United Methodist Church is now enrolled in Thrivent Choice. So, what does this mean? 1. Our church will appear in the Thrivent Choice online catalog. 2. Thrivent members can make an online personal donation through the Thrivent Choice catalog. Thrivent Choice reflects the heart of Thrivent- empowering clients with memberships to live generously and make an impact on the organizations and causes they care about most.
SERVING JOYFULLY
Stop by the Pop-Up table in the Gathering Area Sunday, May 17th, to share with Jan Larson what Joyful Service looks like in your life, in our church and in our community. Who is a person that lives out Joyful Service? Jan wants to record your brief witness to Serving Joyfully. She will also have a QR Code with instructions for recording and submitting your own message. These messages will be played throughout Annual Conference.
MITCHELL HIGH SCHOOL BACCALAUREATE
Baccalaureate for MHS Seniors will be Sunday, May 17 at 6PM at the Performing Arts Center (PAC). Pastor Keith has been invited to bring the message.
2026 HEART AND SOLE LUMINARIES
If you would like to purchase a luminary in honor or in memory of someone, we have them available to purchase. The cost is $5 each. After June 18, luminaries may be purchased at Hitchcock Park for $10 each. Fill the form out and attach your money with a paperclip. Tonya will take care of the rest. There are forms available at one of the high-top tables in the Gathering Area. If you have any questions-please let us know.
VERSE FOR REFLECTION: Psalm 139:23-24
Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my thoughts. See if there is any wicked way in me and lead me in the way everlasting.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Sun., May 24, Pentecost Sunday
Mon., May 25, Memorial Day (Office Closed)
Thurs., May 28, Love Feast
Thurs., June 4-7, Annual Conference (Bismark, ND)
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
9:00 AM Adult Bible Study (Rm.S-1)
10:00 AM Worship Service
MONDAY
6:30 PM Finance Meeting
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Staff Meeting
11:00 AM LifeQuest (Dining Room)
4:30 PM TOPS
5:30 PM Heart & Sole
7:00 PM Troop 75
WEDNESDAY
10:00 AM Family Ministry
11:00 AM LifeQuest (Dining Room)
7:00 PM SPR
THURSDAY
11:00 AM LifeQuest (Dining Room)
1:00 PM United Women in Faith (Room 103)
FRIDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
SATURDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music-Praise Team
Scripture Reader- Natalie Piehl
GATHERING SONGS: Waymaker
What a Mighty God We Serve
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: This is the Way-
P: The Way of Jesus.
L: Not a faith of empty rule-keeping-
P: But a faith that changes the heart.
L: This is the Way-
P: The Way of reconciliation.
L: Where anger gives way to grace-
P: And brokenness gives way to peace.
L: This is the Way-
P: The Way of love fulfilled.
L: Christ calls us higher, deeper, and closer to God.
P: We come to worship and walk in the Way of Christ. Amen.
OPENING SONG: Let’s Just Praise the Lord
CENTERING PRAYER:
CHILDREN’S MOMENT: My God Is So Big
BAPTISM:
Song - Borning Cry (Vs.1) 2051 TFWS
Baptismal Covenant II page 39-43 #1,3,4,8,11,16 UMH
Song- Borning Cry (Vs.7) 2051 TFWS
SENIOR RECOGNITION:
TIME OF PRAYER: More Like You
Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen
SCRIPTURE: Matthew 5:17-26
MESSAGE: The Way Of a Transformed Heart
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING: Change My Heart, O God
PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING:
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: Let There Be Peace on Earth
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: Let There Be Peace on Earth